Kalpataru Hospital Kharghar, Navi Mumbai

Immediately after arthroscopic surgery, patients may be sleepy, especially if a general anesthetic or sedation has been used. Medications are administered to control  pain  if needed. If a local anesthetic has been used, there may be no pain at all immediately after the procedure. If a spinal or regional anesthetic has been used, there can be numbness and  weakness  of the extremity that gradually resolves before the patient is sent home. The surgical incisions from arthroscopy are small. They usually consist of one or more 5 mm (1/4 inch) incisions on either side of the joint, which are bandaged after surgery. The bandage may absorb some of the tissue drainages from these  wound  sites. The bandage should only be removed under the advice of the treating surgeon or nurse. It should otherwise be kept as dry as possible during the first few days after surgery. Patients should notify their physician's office immediately if they develop unusual  joint ...

Without a doubt, pregnancy is an exciting time for a woman. It is also a period when extra care needs to be taken. A healthy diet is an absolute must during this period. A pregnant woman should not just be eating to keep herself healthy and fit, but she also needs to keep in mind the nutrients the child growing inside her requires. The Best Indian Food Sources for Pregnant Women Indian cuisine is rich with unlimited options available for planning a pregnancy diet. Certain common ingredients tend to be predominant, and a diet plan based on these food habits goes a long way in ensuring the right nutrition for both, the mommy-to-be and the baby growing inside her. There are some common requirements to address when adopting a pregnancy diet. For example, folic acid is one of the most important requirements for a pregnant lady. Iron deficiency is a common problem among Indian women and, during pregnancy, one must ensure that this need is addressed. Raisins, beans, spinach, and m...